Where to watch?

If you aren't one of the lucky ones who are able to make it to Brazil, then terrestrial television holds the key. Despite the dominance of Sky Sports and more recently BT Sport in Premier League and Football League coverage, the World Cup will be free to view for all.

When is the big kick-off?

The competition begins on June 12, and will no doubt have a samba-infused grandiose opening ceremony to accompany it.

When is the final?

The tournament concludes on 13 July at the Maracana, fully 32 days after is begins in Sao Paulo.